PM Surya Ghar Subsidy Status: How to Check Application Status Online

 Applied for the PM Surya Ghar: Muft Bijli Yojana but unsure where your rooftop solar subsidy application stands?

You can check your PM Surya Ghar subsidy status online through the official national portal. Log in using your registered mobile number and OTP, open your application dashboard, and view the current stage from feasibility approval and installation to net-metering, commissioning, and subsidy credit.

Quick answer

To check your PM Surya Ghar subsidy status:

1. Visit pmsuryaghar.gov.in

2. Select Consumer Login

3. Enter your registered mobile number and complete OTP verification

4. Open your rooftop solar application

5. Check the current application stage, remarks, and pending actions

Your dashboard may show stages such as feasibility approval, vendor selection, installation, net-meter application, DISCOM inspection, commissioning certificate, subsidy processing, or subsidy credited.

Important: Keep your application ID, electricity consumer number, registered mobile number, and Aadhaar-linked bank details ready before logging in.

PM Surya Ghar subsidy status at a glance

Status shown	What it means	What you should do
Application submitted	Your application has been received on the portal	Wait for the DISCOM feasibility review
Feasibility under review	Your DISCOM is checking connection and technical feasibility	Check the portal periodically; follow up if a long delay occurs
Feasibility approved	You may proceed with a registered vendor	Select a vendor and begin installation planning
Vendor selection pending	The portal is waiting for you to choose a vendor	Select an eligible vendor listed for your DISCOM
Installation completed	The rooftop solar system has been installed	Submit system details and apply for net metering
Net-meter application pending	Bi-directional meter processing is underway	Follow up with the DISCOM if no action is visible
Inspection pending	The DISCOM must inspect the installed system	Coordinate with the vendor and DISCOM
Commissioning certificate issued	Your installation has received final approval	Submit bank details and cancelled cheque, if pending
Subsidy processing	Your subsidy request is being processed	Check that your bank details are correct and Aadhaar-linked
Subsidy credited	The amount has been transferred through DBT	Confirm the credit in the linked bank account

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How to check PM Surya Ghar subsidy status online

Step 1: Open the official portal

Go to the official PM Surya Ghar National Portal:

https://pmsuryaghar.gov.in/

Use only the official government portal for registration, application tracking, vendor selection, and subsidy-related updates.

Step 2: Select Consumer Login

Click Consumer Login on the portal.

You will be asked to enter the mobile number used during registration. Complete the CAPTCHA and verify the OTP sent to your registered mobile number.

Step 3: Open your application dashboard

After login, open the rooftop solar application linked to your electricity connection. The portal dashboard should display:

• Application ID

• State and DISCOM details

• Electricity consumer number

• Current application stage

• Pending actions

• DISCOM remarks, if any

• Installation and inspection updates

• Commissioning status

• Subsidy status

Step 4: Read the current stage carefully

Do not only look for “subsidy credited.” First identify the stage where your application is currently waiting.

For example:

• If you are at feasibility approved, you need to select a registered vendor.

• If installation is completed but net meter approval is pending, the DISCOM process is not finished.

• If the commissioning certificate is issued but subsidy is pending, check bank details and submit a cancelled cheque if required.

• If the portal shows a returned application or remark, correct the issue promptly and resubmit the required details.

PM Surya Ghar Consumer Login process

If you have already registered under the scheme, use the consumer login to view your solar application.

1. Go to pmsuryaghar.gov.in

2. Click Consumer Login

3. Enter your registered mobile number

4. Complete CAPTCHA verification

5. Enter the OTP received on your mobile

6. Open your application dashboard

7. Review your current application stage and any pending task

The official portal’s application process begins with selection of your state and electricity distribution company, followed by entry of your electricity consumer number, mobile number, and email ID. The applicant then logs in with the mobile number to submit the rooftop solar application.

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PM Surya Ghar application process

If you have not applied yet, follow these steps:

1. Visit pmsuryaghar.gov.in

2. Click Apply for Rooftop Solar

3. Select your state and DISCOM

4. Enter your electricity consumer number exactly as shown on your latest electricity bill

5. Register with your mobile number and email address

6. Verify your mobile number through OTP

7. Log in and submit the rooftop solar application

8. Wait for DISCOM feasibility approval

9. Choose an eligible vendor registered with your DISCOM

10. Get the rooftop solar system installed

11. Submit plant details and apply for net metering

12. Complete DISCOM inspection and receive the commissioning certificate

13. Submit bank details and a cancelled cheque through the portal, where required

14. Track your subsidy status until the amount is credited

The official portal states that installation should take place after feasibility approval, followed by net-meter application, DISCOM inspection, commissioning, and bank-detail submission. It says the subsidy is received in the bank account within 30 days after the commissioning process and required submission steps are completed.

What is PM Surya Ghar: Muft Bijli Yojana?

PM Surya Ghar: Muft Bijli Yojana is a Government of India programme designed to support residential rooftop solar adoption. It was launched on 13 February 2024 and aims to support rooftop solar installations across Indian households.

The scheme provides Central Financial Assistance for eligible residential consumers who apply through the national portal and complete the prescribed process with their local electricity distribution company. Scheme guidelines apply to applications submitted through the national portal and show an implementation period through 31 March 2027.

The programme is intended to help households reduce grid-electricity use through rooftop solar generation. Actual savings and units generated depend on solar-system size, location, roof conditions, weather, shading, electricity use, and the applicable DISCOM rules.

PM Surya Ghar subsidy amount

For general-category states, the Central Financial Assistance structure is commonly presented as follows:

Solar system capacity	Central subsidy amount
Up to 1 kW	₹30,000
Up to 2 kW	₹60,000
3 kW	₹78,000
Above 3 kW	Capped at ₹78,000

The guideline structure provides ₹30,000 per kW for the first 2 kW of residential rooftop solar capacity and ₹18,000 per kW for the additional 1 kW, with no central subsidy beyond 3 kW under this component. Special-category states and territories may have different rates or conditions, so applicants should verify the current amount for their state through the official portal.

For a detailed local estimate, read:

• Tamil Nadu Solar Subsidy Guide

• 5 kW Solar Panel System Price in India

Documents required for PM Surya Ghar application

Keep clear digital copies of the required details and documents ready before starting the application.

Document or detail	Why it is needed
Electricity consumer number	Identifies your electricity connection and DISCOM account
Latest electricity bill	Confirms consumer details and connection information
Aadhaar card	Identity verification and subsidy-related processes
Aadhaar-linked mobile number	OTP verification and portal communication
Bank account details	Required for subsidy transfer through DBT
Cancelled cheque or bank passbook	Helps verify account name, number, and IFSC
Address proof	May be required where address verification is needed
Property ownership proof or owner NOC	May be required for ownership or tenancy-related cases
Passport-size photograph	May be requested during application completion
Email ID	Registration updates and communication

Pro tip: Make sure the name and details in your bank account, Aadhaar, electricity connection, and application are consistent. Mismatches can delay verification and subsidy processing.

Why PM Surya Ghar subsidy status gets delayed

A “pending” status does not automatically mean rejection. It often means an action is still required from the consumer, vendor, or DISCOM.

Common reasons for delays include:

• Incorrect electricity consumer number during registration

• Incomplete or unclear document uploads

• Mobile number or OTP-verification problems

• Feasibility approval pending with the DISCOM

• Vendor not selected after feasibility approval

• Installation details not submitted after the system is installed

• Net-meter approval or installation pending

• DISCOM inspection awaiting scheduling

• Commissioning certificate not yet issued

• Missing bank details or cancelled cheque

• Bank account not properly linked or details not matching the application

If the portal status has not changed for several weeks, check the remarks section on your dashboard first. Then contact your local DISCOM office with your application ID and consumer number.

When will the PM Surya Ghar subsidy be credited?

The subsidy is normally processed only after all key technical and documentation steps are complete:

1. Rooftop solar installation is finished

2. Plant details are submitted on the portal

3. Net meter is installed or approved as required

4. DISCOM inspection is completed

5. Commissioning certificate is issued

6. Bank details and cancelled cheque are submitted through the portal, if required

7. The eligible subsidy claim is processed

The official National Portal says consumers receive subsidies in their bank account within 30 days after the required commissioning and bank-detail submission process. The scheme guidelines further state that the Central Financial Assistance claim is processed within 15 days of approval by the concerned DISCOM.

Actual timelines may vary by DISCOM workload, inspection schedules, application completeness, and bank verification.

PM Surya Ghar helpline number

For portal login, application, or subsidy-status assistance, use the official PM Surya Ghar helpline:

15555

Before calling, keep these details ready:

• Application ID

• Registered mobile number

• Electricity consumer number

• State and DISCOM name

• Current portal status

• Screenshot of any error message or pending remark

Need help choosing a subsidy-eligible solar system?

The subsidy process is easier when your solar capacity, application details, vendor selection, and installation documents are planned correctly from the beginning.

Kondaas can help homeowners assess their monthly electricity use, choose an appropriate rooftop solar capacity, and understand the installation process for Kerala and Tamil Nadu.

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Frequently asked questions

How do I check my PM Surya Ghar subsidy status online?

Visit pmsuryaghar.gov.in, select Consumer Login, verify your registered mobile number through OTP, and open your application dashboard. Your current application and subsidy stage will be displayed.

How do I check PM Surya Ghar registration status?

Log in using the same mobile number used during registration. If your application is registered but has not moved ahead, the dashboard may display a status such as “Application Submitted” or “Feasibility Under Review.”

What happens after PM Surya Ghar feasibility approval?

After feasibility approval, select a registered vendor through the portal, complete rooftop solar installation, submit plant details, and apply for net metering. The DISCOM then completes inspection and commissioning procedures.

How much subsidy can I get under PM Surya Ghar?

For general-category states, the central subsidy is ₹30,000 per kW for the first 2 kW and ₹18,000 for the additional 1 kW, capped at ₹78,000 for 3 kW and above. Always verify current eligibility and state-specific conditions on the official portal.

How long does PM Surya Ghar subsidy take after commissioning?

The official portal indicates that subsidy is credited within 30 days after commissioning and completion of the required bank-detail submission. Actual timing can vary based on DISCOM approval, document verification, and bank processing.

What should I do if my PM Surya Ghar status is stuck?

Log in and check for an action item or DISCOM remark. If there is no update for several weeks, contact your DISCOM with your application ID and electricity consumer number. You can also call 15555 for scheme-related assistance.